FTDI Vinco Touch-Key Shield
FTDI Vinco Touch-Key Shield is a shield that mates with the FTDI Vinco development module to allow touch pad operation. The shield includes an STMPE821 device, which is an 8-channel GPIO capacitive touch-key sensor. The sensor communicates to the Vinculum-II (VNC2), on the Vinco module, via I2C protocol. The FTDI Vinco Touch-Key Shield also mates with the Vinco development platform to enable Open Accessory Mode in Android devices.
FTDI X-Chip Series Interface ICs & Modules
FTDI's X-Chip Series Interface ICs & Modules target a wide range of interfaces, including basic and full UART, FIFO, I2C, SPI and FTDI's FT12485, allowing engineers to easily incorporate USB connectivity into their systems. X-Chip Series Interface ICs are USB 2.0 full speed chips which join the USB 2.0 high-speed, H Series of devices and the popular R Series of integrated circuits already in production today. Besides offering an expanded, world class feature set, these FTDI X-Chip Series Interface ICs offer reduced pin counts. Whether the engineer needs a leaded, SSOP package or a leadless QFN package, pin-outs have been minimized and range from a 10 pin DFN package for the FT200XD I2C solution to 24 pins for a FIFO to USB bridge. X-Chip Series Modules help engineers integrate FTDI's X-Chip Series Interface ICs into new and existing designs.
FTDI VNC2 Debug Module
FTDI VNC2 Debug Module is designed to provide connectivity between the Vinculum-II IDE development software and the debug interface pin on the FTDI Vinculum-II (VNC2) USB host controller device. This module consists of a miniature board with a USB miniB connector, which provides USB connectivity to Vinculum-II IDE development tools running on a PC. The VNC2 debug module can be used to program and debug firmware running on the VNC2 device. The FTDI VNC2 Debug Module connects to the VNC2 device via a 6-way, 2mm pitch, keyed, female connector. The V2DIPx-x, VNC2 based development modules are equipped with a compatible male connector to host the VNC2 debug module. Designers intending to use the module with their own VNC2 based hardware are required to have a similar compatible male connector on their hardware.
FTDI C232HD USB 2.0 Hi-Speed to UART Cables
FTDI C232HD USB 2.0 Hi-Speed to UART Cables incorporate FTDI's FT232H USB to UART interface IC device which handles all the USB signalling and protocols. These cables provide a fast, simple way to connect devices with 3.3V or 5.0V digital interfaces to USB. FTDI C232HD USB 2.0 Hi-Speed to UART Cables each contain a small internal electronic circuit board, incorporating the FT232H, which is encapsulated into the USB connector end of the cable. The FT232H is a single channel USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480Mb/s) to UART IC. The digital interface of the cable is made up of ten individual wires which are terminated with single pole connectors which can be connected next to each other on a male header. The cable's digital interface logic is either 3.3V or 5.0V. The USB side of the cable is USB powered and is USB 2.0 Hi-Speed compatible. The cable is 1.8m long and supports a data transfer rate up to 12 Mbaud.
FTDI DB9 USB to Digital Modules
FTDI's DB9 USB to Digital Modules provide a simple and fast method of migrating existing DB9 based connector UART interfaces to USB 2.0. In some cases these DB9 USB to Digital Modules can reduce system costs by removing an RS232 level shifter from a design. The FTDI DB9 USB to Digital Modules feature a USB 2.0 mini-B connector within a module which fits a standard 9-pin DB9 connector footprint. The DB9 USB to Digital Modules are ideal for legacy applications which feature UART DB9 based connectors, these modules provide a method of extending the life-cycle of these products by converting them to USB 2.0 connectivity, with minimal redesign.
FTDI USB to MPSSE Cables
FTDI USB to MPSSE Cables provide a fast, simple way to connect devices with 3.3V logic level interfaces to USB. The Digital Level Multi-Protocol Synchronous Serial Engine (MPSSE) cables are available with both 3.3V and 5V output. The connector end of the cables contain FTDI's FT232H USB interface chip. The cables are terminated by ten individual wires which can be interfaced to a 0.1" pitch male header. Supporting the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480Mb/s) standard, the USB to MPSSE Cables from FTDI can be used to communicate with various synchronous serial interfaces, such as JTAG, SPI or I2C. The MPSSE enables designers to implement proprietary synchronous serial bus protocols.
FTDI USB Hi-Speed Serial/Hub Module
The FTDI USB Hi-Speed Serial/Hub Module is a USB interface expansion module which has a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed hub chip that supports up to three external downstream USB ports--2 by a dual USB connector and 1 by the DIL connector pins. The FTDI USB Hi-Speed Serial/Hub Module is designed for connecting FTDI V2DIPx modules to expand the number of interfaces, and can also be used as a hub device or an FT4232H evaluation module. By using the FT4232H USB Hi-Speed four-port bridge chip which handles all the USB signalling and protocols, the module can easily support up to 4 flexible interfacing ports. It is ideal for quickly proving the functionality of adding USB to a target design.
FTDI FT232H UART / FIFO ICs and UM232H Kits
FTDI FT232H single channel USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480Mb/s) to UART / FIFO ICs have the capability of being configured in a variety of industry standard serial or parallel interfaces. FTDI 232H UART / FIFO ICs feature single channel USB to serial / parallel ports with a variety of configurations. FT232H devices handle the entire USB protocol on the chip. These FTDI UART / FIFO ICs are designed for a variety of applications, including single chip USB to UART (RS232, RS422, or RS485), USB to FIFO, and more. FTDI UM232H USB-to-serial / FIFO development modules use the FT232H chip to handle the USB signaling and protocols. The UM232H module is ideal for development purposes to quickly demonstrate functionality of adding USB to a target design.
FTDI Vinco Development Module
The FTDI Vinco Development Module is used to create a low-cost development platform featuring USB Host/Slave controller with integrated 16-bit CPU unleashes new possibilities for cost effective embedded design. The Vinco is inspired by the Arduino concept and shares the same form factor as the Arduino Duemilanove / Uno with two extra rows of headers. The Vinco platform allows designers to integrate powerful USB 2.0 interfacing by incorporating the FTDI Vinculum II VNC2-64 dual-channel Host/Slave controller with the capability of interfacing to the growing range of I/O application boards (shields) developed by the Arduino open-source community. The VNC2 combines a 16-bit / 48MHz CPU core, 256KBytes of Flash memory and 16KBytes of SRAM memory while also providing support for external UART, FIFO, PWM, GPIO, and SPI Slave/Master interfaces. The FTDI Vinco Development Module and integrates an 8-channel, 10-bit ADC and also supports 38 GPIO connections, and USB A and mini B (host and device) connectors on a board measuring just 55.38mm x 68.58mm. The FTDI Vinco platform brings together all of the hardware and software needed for rapid development of innovative, cost-effective embedded systems.
FTDI Vinculum-II Embedded Dual USB Host Controller
The FTDI Vinculum-II Embedded Dual USB Host Controller IC represents the second generation of FTDI USB Host devices. The embedded CPU in the Vinculum-II is dramatically upgraded from the previous VNC1L device, greatly increasing the processing power. This FTDI Embedded Dual USB Host Controller features a powerful 16-bit MCU core with 256KB Flash and 16KB RAM memory. The Vinculum-II is a complete USB system solution that supports a range of flexible interfaces, including UART, SPI, and FIFO, plus a PWM output block to control motors and other analog devices. The complete USB protocol data processing is handled entirely by hardware resources within the device, freeing up processing resources for user developed applications. This fully programmable USB controller is supported with the new Vinculum Software Tool Suite, which provides a royalty-free C based integrated development environment to enable users to easily develop applications for the VNC2.
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FTDI Vinculum-II Evaluation and Development Modules
FTDI Vinculum-II (VNC2) evaluation and development modules and boards are a range of tools that support the new Vinculum-II (VNC2) USB Host / Slave Controller IC. The FTDI V2-EVAL is a complete evaluation and prototyping platform for the VNC2. The VNC2 is accessed via an onboard daughterboard module enabling support for 32, 48, and 64-pin QFN package types. The FTDI V2DIP1 and V2DIP2 are VNC2 based development modules with a single USB connector (V2DIP1) or two USB connectors (V2DIP2). These modules are targeted for prototyping with the VNC2 and for application integration to enable USB capability within a finished product design. The FTDI VNC2 Debug Module consists of a miniature board with a USB miniB connector, which provides USB connectivity to Vinculum-II IDE development tools running on a PC. The VNC2 Debug Module can be used to program and debug firmware running on the VNC2 device.
FTDI Morph-IC-II FPGA Module
The FTDI Morph-IC-II FPGA Module speeds the creation of FPGA-based applications and simplifies the integration of hi-speed 480Mbit/s USB communication in advanced logic circuit designs. The FTDI Morph-IC-II platform combines an Altera Cyclone®-II FPGA with high-performance USB 2.0 capabilities that facilitate high-speed communications with ultra-fast, sub-100ms FPGA programming/re-programming. This makes the FTDI Morph-IC-II ideal for applications that require users to reconfigure hardware functionality on the fly by downloading new software over USB, morphing the hardware. As well as enhancing application flexibility, hardware reconfiguration via USB can also reduce cost. The Morph-IC-II features up to 80 GPIO lines ensuring optimum flexibility for connecting the FPGA to external circuits and interfaces.
FTDI TTL-232RG USB to TTL UART Converter Cables
FTDI TTL-232RG USB to TTL serial UART converter cables build upon the existing FTDI family of USB to TTL cables by offering new versions to support an extended variety of voltage I/O levels. FTDI TTL-232RG cables features the FT232R USB 2.0 to UART converter IC with associated circuitry integrated within the cable USB connector. The FT232R manages the complete USB protocol within the device, meaning that no user knowledge of USB is required. These FTDI cables are aimed at providing USB connectivity within applications with serial UART ports. TTL-232RG cables provide a fast and simple method for enabling USB connectivity in applications with minimal changes to existing user interface.
FTDI DB9-USB-RS232 USB 2.0 Modules
FTDI DB9-USB-RS232 USB 2.0 modules provide a simple and fast method of migrating existing DB9-based RS232 connector interfaces to USB 2.0 without the need for any board re-design. FTDI DB9-USB-RS232 modules feature a USB 2.0 mini-B connector on a module that fits a standard 9-pin DB9 connector footprint. The DB9-USB-RS232 comes in male or female versions to replace the male or female DB9 connector versions in systems equipped with legacy DB9-based RS232 connectors, which often face connection issues to modern PCs, laptops, and other equipment. These FTDI modules provide a mechanism to extend the life cycle of these systems while providing enhanced capability through the introduction of USB 2.0 connectivity. DB9-USB-RS232 modules utilize the popular FTDI FT232R USB 2.0 to serial UART converter IC, which handles the USB protocol conversion.
FTDI USB-COM-PLUS Single- and Multi-Port Serial Modules
FTDI USB-COM-PLUS single- and multi-port serial communication modules provide a simple solution to the problem of connecting multiple RS232, RS422, or RS485 to USB. The FTDI USB-COM-PLUS single-port modules operate over a USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mb/s) interface, while the dual- and quad-port products operate over a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480 Mb/s) interface. These FTDI single-port and multi-port serial modules are powered from the USB port, require no external power adapter, and include PCB-mounted LEDs that indicate USB enumeration, RxD, and TxD signals. The USB-COM-PLUS modules handle the complete USB protocol and all level shifting without the need for any application software modifications.
FT2232H / FT4232H USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Mini Modules
The FTDI FT2232H Mini Module and FT4232H Mini Module are miniature USB 2.0 high-speed evaluation modules that support the new FT2232H and FT4232H USB 2.0 High Speed devices that can be configured in a variety of industry standard serial or parallel interfaces such as UART or FIFO. The module PCB measures just 36mm (L) x 30mm (W) x 12mm (H including connector pins). Each FTDI Mini Module provides access to all required signals through two 26 way (2 rows, 0.1" pitch) male headers measuring 32.9mm x 5.08mm. The pin length is 6mm. The FTDI FT2232H Mini Module provides two independent configurable interfaces while the FT4232H Mini Module offers four channels.